LokiTorrent Shut Down

February 10, 2005

LokiTorrent Shut Down

Just about two weeks ago, TechnologyReview.com ran a piece about LokiTorrent, a P2P site facing off against the MPAA over copyright infringement. It was a fun story, but ultimately, probably proved to be more hype than reality.Our angle: LT was…

Just about two weeks ago, TechnologyReview.com ran a piece about LokiTorrent, a P2P site facing off against the MPAA over copyright infringement. It was a fun story, but ultimately, probably proved to be more hype than reality.

Our angle: LT was soliciting donations from the user community to fight the MPAA. And it worked. The company raised $30,000.

But, if you’re like me and hate to click, check out the message that now rests on the front page of LokiTorrent.com. This is, of course, courtesy of our friends in Hollywood: YouCan Click, But You Can’t Hide…Stealing movies leaves a trail. The only way not to get caught is to stop.